Qasim Khan
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Dynamic recruitment professional with expertise in full-cycle recruitment and talent acquisition, adept at stakeholder relationship management and executive search. Proven track record in developing recruitment strategies and leading diversity and inclusion initiatives, enhancing employer branding and recruitment marketing. Demonstrates strong commercial acumen, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration to drive business strategies and client relationship management. Committed to process optimisation and continuous improvement, leveraging strong negotiation and influencing skills to achieve high-impact recruiting across multiple sectors.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner
AlixPartners
Dubai, UAE
06.2022 - 01.2025
- Led full-cycle recruitment for both corporate and client-facing roles across the UAE and KSA, successfully hiring talent at all levels — from entry-level to C-suite — across diverse sectors including Oil and Gas, Manufacturing, Automotive, Healthcare, Retail, Aerospace, Construction, Finance, and Real Estate.
- Delivered a 58% increase in offer acceptance rates and reduced time-to-fill for critical roles by 42%, significantly enhancing recruitment efficiency and outcomes.
- Scaled regional teams from 25 to 60 employees, supporting the firm’s strategic expansion across the Gulf region.
- Optimised recruitment workflows, reducing time-to-hire by 19% through process improvements and effective use of ATS platforms (Workday, Greenhouse).
- Partnered with senior leadership to define hiring needs and attract high-calibre talent through targeted sourcing strategies, inclusive recruitment practices, and employer branding initiatives.
- Spearheaded campus recruitment efforts, partnering with top MBA programmes (INSEAD, HEC Paris, SDA Bocconi, IE) and regional universities (AUB, LAU, USJ) to build early-career talent pipelines.
- Advanced Saudization via the Mustashar Accelerator Programme in partnership with Navital Global, training and placing high-potential Saudi graduates.
- Supported Emiratisation by sourcing and engaging UAE Nationals through university partnerships and alignment with national workforce goals.
- Championed Diversity & Inclusion by ensuring diverse candidate slates and embedding inclusive hiring practices across all recruitment activities.
- Maintained strategic partnerships with external agencies, universities and talent networks to enhance sourcing capabilities and expand the talent pool
- Collaborated with the Organisational Development team to deliver and assess psychometric testing, ensuring alignment with role requirements and company culture.
Recruitment Manager - Technology
ManpowerGroup Middle East
Dubai, UAE
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Lead permanent recruitment strategy and execution for the Technology division across the MENA region, successfully delivering top-tier talent for high-demand roles.
- Manage a high-performing team, including one Senior Technology Recruitment Consultant, overseeing the full recruitment lifecycle for all technology positions from sourcing to placement.
- Cultivate and maintain strategic, long-term relationships with C-level executives and key stakeholders across the GCC, offering tailored talent solutions that align with business objectives.
- Drive business development initiatives to expand ManpowerGroup's market presence, identifying and capitalising on new client opportunities to fuel regional growth.
- Lead end-to-end recruitment processes for key technology roles, including conducting client meetings, negotiating offers, and promoting job opportunities across major platforms such as LinkedIn and specialised tech boards.
- Strategically advise clients on talent market trends, workforce planning, and innovative recruitment strategies to address their evolving hiring needs.
Senior Recruitment Consultant
Hays Middle East
Dubai, UAE
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Managed permanent recruitment for roles in Change Management, Software Development, and Cyber Security within the GCC and Middle East regions.
- Cultivated relationships with C-level executives and decision-makers to support recruitment efforts for high-level roles.
Senior Recruitment Consultant
NES Fircroft
Dubai, UAE
02.2019 - 05.2021
- Led recruitment for Digital Transformation and Software Development positions across the GCC, and supported hiring in Oil & Gas, Energy and Construction
- Built relationships with top-tier IT clients and candidates, placing C-level executives within leading firms in the Middle East.
Account Manager
The Learning Initiative
Dubai, UAE
10.2017 - 02.2019
- Managed large client accounts, including KPMG, Du Telecom, and DEWA, ensuring high-quality service delivery and client satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - International Politics
City University
A-Levels - Politics, Business, Media Studies
Dubai British School
GCSEs - undefined
Dubai British School
Skills
- Full-Cycle Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
- Stakeholder Relationship Management
- Executive Search & Headhunting
- Campus Recruitment
- Recruitment Strategy Development
- Sourcing & Talent Mapping
- High-Impact Recruiting across Multiple Sectors
- Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives
- Employer Branding & Recruitment Marketing
- Strong Commercial Acumen
- Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Business Development & Client Relationship Management
- Process Optimisation & Continuous Improvement
- Strong Negotiation & Influencing Skills
Timeline
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner
AlixPartners
06.2022 - 01.2025
Recruitment Manager - Technology
ManpowerGroup Middle East
10.2021 - 06.2022
Senior Recruitment Consultant
Hays Middle East
05.2021 - 10.2021
Senior Recruitment Consultant
NES Fircroft
02.2019 - 05.2021
Account Manager
The Learning Initiative
10.2017 - 02.2019
A-Levels - Politics, Business, Media Studies
Dubai British School
GCSEs - undefined
Dubai British School
Bachelor's Degree - International Politics
City University
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